Recent content by ukbobhicks

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    Could (should) a Bluesound Powernode 2 replace my Rotel HiFi

    I have a Rotel amp and CD player complimented by some floorstanding KEF speakers. It's a lovely system that's served me well for a decade. I'm considering an upgrade to AMP and want to consider a more "connected" solution that provides support for HighRes music. I've been looking at the...
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    Wireless vs HiFi

    Hi folks, I'm struggling to get a good handle on a question posing to myself. If you spent £800+ on a set or separates (amp, speakers, wired/wireless DAC) or a all-in-one hi-res wireless speaker is it right to assume that the separates would, in theory, sound better? I'm looking for as best...
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    Headphones HiFi, what kit

    Thank you so much gentlemen, this is fantastic feedback to my post and much appreciated. I've been given some excellent guidance here so I think it's time to audition some of the suggested solutions asap. Regarding budget, £450 was a little arbitrary to be honest and I'll go further if the...
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    Headphones HiFi, what kit

    Hi folks. I'm one of many people out there with a young family who doesn't have much of an oportunity to listen to music loudly over my stereo. I am however looking to invest in some quality headphones to rediscover my CD collection. I have a budget of around £450 (max) for a quality listening...